Amy Winehouse Memorial — Honoring a Life Well Lived
September 14, 1983 – July 23, 2011 | Age 27 | Singer-Songwriter
One of the most distinctive voices in music history. Winehouse blended soul, jazz, and R&B with unflinching personal honesty, and her album Back to Black became one of the defining records of the 2000s.
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Create a permanent digital memorial page — upload photos, videos, and stories that last forever. Add a QR memorial plaque to their headstone so anyone who visits can scan and remember them.
Create a Memorial →Life and Legacy of Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse's life and music were inseparable — her songs were drawn directly from her experiences with love, loss, and addiction. The documentary Amy (2015) exposed the pressures placed on her by the music industry and media. The Amy Winehouse Foundation supports vulnerable young people recovering from addiction in her name.
Major Achievements and Honors
- 5 Grammy Awards in a single night (2008) — a record for a British artist at the time
- Back to Black — one of the best-selling albums in UK chart history
- Rehab (2006) — BRIT Award Song of the Year
- Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song
- BRIT Award for Best British Female Artist × 2
- Member of the 27 Club
- Amy (2015) — documentary about her life won the Academy Award
Born: September 14, 1983 | Died: July 23, 2011
Amy Winehouse was born on September 14, 1983 and passed away on July 23, 2011 at the age of 27. The cause of death was accidental alcohol poisoning. Amy Winehouse was a British singer-songwriter whose work left an indelible mark on the world.
Remembering Amy Winehouse
Memorials for Amy Winehouse have taken many forms around the world. Fans gather each year on the anniversary of their passing to share memories, play music, view tributes, and celebrate the life that was lived. Public tributes, charity initiatives, and artistic tributes continue to spread their message far beyond their lifetime.
If Amy Winehouse inspired you, consider creating a similar lasting tribute for someone important in your own life. A digital memorial page preserves photos, videos, and stories permanently — and a QR memorial plaque connects the physical headstone to that living digital archive.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Amy Winehouse die?
Amy Winehouse died on July 23, 2011 at the age of 27. The cause of death was accidental alcohol poisoning.
What was Amy Winehouse known for?
One of the most distinctive voices in music history. Winehouse blended soul, jazz, and R&B with unflinching personal honesty, and her album Back to Black became one of the defining records of the 2000s.
What is Amy Winehouse’s legacy?
Amy Winehouse's life and music were inseparable — her songs were drawn directly from her experiences with love, loss, and addiction. The documentary Amy (2015) exposed the pressures placed on her by the music industry and media. The Amy Winehouse Foundation supports vulnerable young people recovering from addiction in her name.
How can I create a memorial page for my loved one?
You can create a free permanent digital memorial at Scan2Remember. Upload unlimited photos, videos, and life stories. For a physical memorial, a QR memorial plaque ($49.90 with free lifetime hosting) attaches to any headstone and lets cemetery visitors scan a QR code to view the full memorial page from their smartphone.
This memorial tribute was created by Scan2Remember to honor the life and legacy of Amy Winehouse. We believe every life deserves to be remembered. If you’d like to create a lasting memorial for someone you love, visit our digital memorial page builder or learn about our QR memorial plaques.